2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Review | First Impressions & Ride Experience

🏍️ Dive into the thrilling world of adventure with our in-depth review of the 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450! 🌄 Join Australian Adventure Bike magazine Editor Andrew Clubb as he embarks on an epic journey to the breathtaking Himalaya Mountains for an exclusive ride experience.
🔍 Uncover the secrets behind the six-year evolution of the iconic Indian ADV machine, meticulously revamped from head to toe. Get ready to explore the rugged terrains with the all-new 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, a game-changer for overland travellers.
🌟 Key Features:
Cutting-edge design
Enhanced performance
Unmatched durability
🔗 Don't miss out on the ultimate adventure-hit the road with us and the Himalayan 450! 🏞️ #RoyalEnfield #MotorcycleAdventure #Himalayan450 #AdventureBike #HimalayaMountains

[@j7238]

As both a 411 Himma owner and a KTM 390 owner, ill almost certainly be picking up one of the new 450 Himmas once they become available here in the US

[@kankit230]

Sell the other 2 , this is the best amalgamation of both your existing bikes.

[@j7238]

I very well might, depending on how this one plays out :)

[@guptatushar86]

I have always been disappointed by its kerb weight, I can’t understand why they can’t reduce the weight, they are no longer classic (tech).. these are new bikes, All other modern bikes weigh less (don’t compare 700-800-1000cc bike)

[@kankit230]

@@guptatushar86 it's kerb weight and for adventure category it's perfectly fine, any 400 cc adventure will not weigh less than 185kgs because they can't extensively use aluminium as steel provides better strength and repairabilty

[@j7238]

My own feeling is it depends on your viewpoint. I have no issue with the 411's weight because of how it carries that weight. And ill always contend that there IS such a thing as 'too light' on the road in high wind conditions. That's why I'd never take an actual dual sport on a 3000 mile ride. But again, personal preference comes into play and it just depends on what you're looking for from a machine.

[@peterrichardson9248]

I love the fact it has a proper front mudguard like the last one, so you don’t get covered in crap. So proud of what RE has achieved, made in India means quality and rugged reliability.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Definitely tough. Have a look at our current series on the Scram's in Nepal we gave them hell and everyone of them didn't miss a beat,

[@bens5186]

RE may have decent bike here for mostly on road travel on a budget. In our club we have a couple of RE owners one of the guys is on his second, From his point of view they are like the old “pit bikes” buy one, ride it till it breaks buy another, ride it till it breaks, use the 1st bike as parts to keep the 2nd running. Not a bad plan and can be cheaper if you have good luck and get a really good RE or ride them gently and dont break em :) Not sure India and quality are generally two words that go together. But I would 100% buy Indian over Chinese if forced to roll the dice on either. All countries are capable of making reliable, good quality products. Some locations are more prone to corner cutting, bribery and corruption for the sake of profit. China and India a probably the two most common locations that large western companies have bans on when it comes to manufacturing point of origin restrictions. They still buy from those locations but only after implementing more stringent QA/QC.

[@Amuzic_Earth]

For people outside of India, the place where this was shot is on average 14000 ft altitude..anything above 12000ft, the oxygen level gets very low, and unless one acclimatizes before, can have physical discomfort starting from nausea, headache, vomiting to complete collapse even... Same happens for the motorcycle engines. Non FI engines can hardly even breathe, the condition is better with FI, but you may still expect 25-30% power drop. Bdw...this is the best Himalayan review I have ever seen. And those shots from Nepal were amazing. And thanks for that shot of Himalayan Golden Eagle soaring. I consider them my spirit animal. Saw a pair of those in the mid Himalayas once.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yes, I was making Clubby aware there is dramatically less oxygen and it effects engine. performance, particularly torque quite noticeably.

[@shivamdeol9370]

Thats not nepal.. thats india

[@brianh8484]

Rough guide is 3% power loss per 1000 ft eleven gain

[@visheshsingh5545]

It’s rohtang pass, Himachal pradesh.

[@greenworld5587]

That's India not Nepal.

[@Hbubera]

Oh MANN...... just had a test ride.... Absolutely banger machine..... Without giving stess on budget RE giving top-notch product.... absolutely love it 👍🏻

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Confirmation of Clubby's view.

[@bertlzansinger]

Agree. But please call out the price not too loud; manufacturers tend to adapt to that (by raise..)

[@samhaokip9126]

This to me will be the best ADV bike period. Not too light, not too heavy, just enough power for the highway, great ergos, spoked tubeless wheels, full tft, etc.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Couldn't agree more!

[@easy8077]

Had the 411 and I must say, this new 452 version is literally everything the previous one lacked outdone by faaar and then RE put luxuries on it I never expected. A never seen before (on bikes at least) navigation system in all digital instruments, full LED, a slightly adjustable seat, ride by wire with modes, light and dark mode for the display, still chopped off a little weight even tho they added lots of heavier stuff like tubeless spokes. And RE also kept stuff I didn't expect, since some spec sheet warriors were screaming quiet loudly to reduce weight, like the mainstand, fairings, luggage rack, metal tank. This bike is my dream come true - an affordable go anywhere bike, that's easy to access maintain and light on the pocket so you don't have to shatter your dreams if you use it for what it is made for - riding anywhere at anytime without worries.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

We think it will be a good thing.

[@ronr6605]

About the Nav in bike Instrument. Turn by turn is available quite long, true proper nav in Honda and BMW tourers for a while now... well, nothing to be ashamed being seen next to it. Huge step tho, let's see if it will stand the hype... and the price that comes with it. Has to be below Suzuki vstrom 650 to sell well.

[@paulvanhout9695]

Great review Clubby👍. RE will sell plenty of these and definitely a bike that will attract a lot of riders. RE bikes are evolving in terms of refinement and performance.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Well said!

[@jamesfairmind2247]

Saying the subframe is "fixed" is a bit ambiguous so to clarify, the subframe is bolted to the main frame and can be replaced in the event of it being damaged. The passenger footrests however are welded to the subframe and cannot be removed. Just to clear that up.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

thank you

[@jmsask]

Many entry level adventure riders will be looking at this bike. I have been waiting for this review thanks 🍻

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yeah, as seen by our Scram video, this will be capable

[@kankit230]

First RE bike that i liked, this is how bikes should evolve when they are refreshed, also it's tft is one of the best in terms of ui

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Evolved? Completely a new bike!

[@shaned187]

This bike fits the bill for me. I was looking at the original but wanted a bit more power for the highway. I have a WR250 which as taken me on some awesome adventures around the country but i mostly put around back roads and 4wd tracks nowadays to some good campsites and weekend trips with a bit of commuting on nice weather days. This looks like it will be my unicorn at a good price.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I think so.

[@robpinter5431]

Basically the new RE 450 has ticked all the required boxed for a true ADV Overland motorcycle. Not a high performance European design, not an expensive German design, but a true overland donkey that can now overtake road trains.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

After riding the 411 Screams all over Nepal, they did the job well and this bike is specced up considerably on those.

[@packfan1946]

I think Royal Enfield hit this out of the park with new and improved Himalayan bike that appears now to be a serious player in the entry-level adventure bike market. My reaction to this new bike is WOW what an improvement from the previous model!!!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Mine too. Yeah they've done a good job.

[@radadventure2606]

Looks like a great package. Great job, Clubby!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

It is!

[@mohba01]

indian motorcycles have come a long way

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

And very quickly too.

[@abcdd369]

1:42 Fun fact! Sherpa are the mountain ethnic group who are considered as guides through the himalayas because of their knowledge of the area. So riding this bike is truly scaling the himalayas on a himalayan with an engine named Sherpa. Fits in quite nicely!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Lovely.

[@ThePeachteats]

RE is benefiting more than just themselves and the riders - videos like this are planting the seed for more and more people to come and explore india and nepal etc, plenty of adventure tourism interest

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Agree. A cracking place for adventure.

[@jtc118]

Tempat indah untuk dikunjungi oleh para pengendara motor... Royal infild memang motor yang bagus... banyak yang mengunakanya...

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Saya sangat setuju, ini akan menjadi motor yang bagus bagi banyak orang

[@jtc118]

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV saya tunggu video video berikutnya

[@omkarbhanage6466]

what language is this?? What are u talking about, here? @@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Indonesian. Use Google Translate@@omkarbhanage6466

[@race8427]

KLR 650, DR 650 and a short list of other dual sports may be nervously awaiting the announcement of pricing. It sure looks like R E has a solid winner.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Agree.

[@BigRockMoto]

Take my money now. I can't wait for these to land in the states. Thanks for the great video as always.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Agree. We've been having a cracking time on the SCRAM's and then Clubby goes and rides this 450! He was impressed. I wonder what the price is going to be? It should land in the US at a very decent price, you would think. If it comes in under $10K AU in Australia it will up end the adventure market and bring in a whole new cadre of recruits to adv.

[@chaitanyashervegar8234]

Wait for sometime even scram 450 is also coming and ,650cc also in pipeline. 24 different bike model will be launched soon

[@Whatreally123]

I am waiting for the tubeless spoke rims to be launched as they are still under homologation in India. I have been waiting for this for some time. A motorcycle which can do easy 120 kmph on the highways and with 20-30 kmph buffer and plenty power and torque. And the main need for me are the tubelss spoke rims cos that would mean I dont have to carry tubes, axle and tyre removal tools and my luggage can reduce further. And i am not even sure what else is needed on this bike to wait. If anything, maybe adjustable front forks which can be swapped out. 100% I am buying this.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

You can't go wrong. This will be a good bike.

[@mrakisingh09]

Oh man the scenes at the end brought tears to my eyes! I am an Indian expat and haven't been back home in 6 years. Can't wait to be back and explore! Never felt this homesick! Great video!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Well you should watch HImalayan Motorcycle Adventure on this channel.

[@alexjson]

I got to look at the 452 at EICMA a couple of days ago. Looks like a great bike, particularly interested in the Rally pack which I saw there which has the Tubeless tyres too

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Go for it!

[@TwoTubesADV]

What a great upgrade from the original Himmy. If I was looking at swapping out my DR this would be a serious contender 👍

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

It really is!

[@martynpearce4754]

How are the gear and rear brake lever locations, i test rode the 411 and found both levers too close to engine for ease of use?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Let's wait until they hit Australia@@martynpearce4754

[@lacix22]

Royal Enfield is proving itself as a company They are making reasonable motorcycles As opposed to chasing marketing ideals, that result in overkills.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Agree.

[@RealHooksy]

The new Himalayan looks great Clubby. I wonder how the new CFMoto 450 twin will go up against it? Good bike times at the moment 😎

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yeah CF Moto very interesting.

[@nithianathan7962]

I'm looking forward to the long term review of the CFmoto as well

[@jonr3891]

Love your channel, and also love that RE is bringing a quality, lower-priced moto option to the table. Thanks for the great content 👍.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@titaniumquarrion9838]

Looks much improved though some won't be happy with it largely losing its classic RE look. Definitely has more of a dual sport look to it. One thing I wonder is why do "Adventure" bike designers build bikes with such low exhausts, especially in countries where water crossings are the norm? Same for the air-box, kudos for lifting it but its a regular maintenance area, especially in arid conditions and removing the fuel tank is not ideal.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Good points.

[@jeshdhawan]

Yeah, the air-box location is not practical. Riding on some dusty Himalayan tracks, you have to clean the air-filter regularly and I can't imagine removing the fuel tank to do it.

[@sanketjain9320]

How would you compare this with a 390 Adventure? Especially ergos for a person with long inseam.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

We'll be riding the Himalayan in the next couple of days.

[@ron60tv63]

Videography on point!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

ta

[@iceman-1987]

It was made to survive Indian roads and Indian terrains. It will survive anywhere else in the world. Great review 🙂🤙🏻

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Agree

[@guesshoo703]

very nice proffesional report...also has a functional front mudgaurd, not just a silly one which doesnt deflect shit...

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yep, agree

[@ogasi1798]

best job in the world fellas , enjoy 🙂

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

We are very fortunate and we appreciate it.

[@ripmax333]

The only thing that I don't like is the lack of an Actual rear Break light, if you go offroad there's a chance to break a Indicator if you fall.

[@domenik8339]

Also not legal in the US as far as I can tell. It's in the gray area where a cop having a bad day is going to badger you over it, which may as well make it illegal.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

There is a thing called homolugation. Bikes for US will be fine, and if not, will be modified accordingly before import. Manufacturers are catering for different laws all over the world.

[@domenik8339]

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV How sure are you? US bikes don't need to be homlugated before being imported. There's plenty of bikes here that get imported and have the buyer, not the dealer, deal with being roax legal on their own. Even suzuki had a DR200 that came to the use "for dirt use only" but could be converted to street legal.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I think you've answered your own question. Maybe unintentionally. The Suzuki wouldn't have come with a sticker for dirt use only, if it was homolugated. Mass import of bike, that are designed for a registerable market aren't imported primarily because they won't sell. @@domenik8339

[@actstuntcam]

Love your work guys. It looks like it was a fun launch. And looks like a great little bike (shame about the RBW - but I get why they did it). Can't wait for you to review the KOVE 450 and the 800X. They are the bikes I'm most excited about. Cheers, Cam from NZ :)

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Totally agree some great fun stuff about.

[@actstuntcam]

Yeah, maybe a bit of a renaissance😀👍!?@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV

[@simob7862]

It’s about $8,900 AUD + what ever package you decide to get as well. Suzuki this is the bike we been begging for, you snoozed and now you loose. RE have worked out the rough edges and this is a major contender. Can’t wait to get one

[@Motoristika]

Soooo beautiful bike!!!! Do you think it is beginner friendly? Any bad vibrations or heat from the engine? Thanx

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yes. No. No.

[@tpv59]

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV OBVIOUSLY, go for something SMALLER. Maybe a 250cc. Regards.

[@Lawofhonor]

It's exhaust sounds like the Cars from the "The Jetsons"

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Hmmm same age as me.

[@GLHS592]

If this bike's MSRP is under $7000 US, it should sell like crazy. It looks like a great package. I want one.

[@MATRIXVIDEOHUB]

Its 289000 indian rupees 289000÷83= 3841usd

[@domenik8339]

This has got to be the best bike that has come out in a long, long time. All I hope for is that they can keep their prices in check. Another commenter mentioned a sub $7,000 price tag . . . let's hope it's not that expensive, because I'd be questioning whether the bike is worth it at all at that point. The original Himalayan cost $5,500. I'd buy this bike for that price. I'd even buy it from a grand more. But for $7,000, I can promise you I'd find a better bike than this for that price. They should tread lightly.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Good points.

[@user-yh8op2cj4i]

Great review. That scenery!!! Well captured 👍

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Ta

[@G-Man01]

So impressed with RE and proud of the Indian manufacturing. I cant wait for an eventual Scram 450. I think it will be great for regular Australian roads.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I'm impressed with the Scram 411 as can be seen in our latest Nepal Scam'd movie.

[@caseyclifford8536]

Awesome video. Thanks. Can't wait to see the new Himalayan.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Me too.

[@xani666]

I wanted to get 300 Rally as first bike but this looks like serious contender

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

It is.

[@mukunda9g]

Nice review. Subscribed. Great clip at the end of the video on your Nepal adventure. I have a question regarding the ride-by-wire on the new Himalayan 450. Did you notice any lag or any stalling in 2nd gear like another reviewer noted? How was your overall feel with the throttle response on this bike?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Not at all

[@adr2567]

Loving your series in Nepal mate, what a blast it looks. Would love to get there sometime in the next 2-3 years. As for the review, waiting to see what yourself and all the other esteemed journos have to say, but also eager to hear customer feedback on quality.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Clubby has a lot to say about it tonight and then we go live for further discussion. He had a decent dirt and road run on the bike and as you'll see from the video he tested out the suspension.

[@adr2567]

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Notifications are on, can’t wait! Be good to know if the cone set issue is solved, if the taller geared engine is impacting the low end torque and how the bike does both on and off road. Cheers mate!

[@M5a5n4i77k]

Its Ladakh i guess

[@MayankKhemka]

​@@adr2567it's in India not nepal

[@adr2567]

@@MayankKhemka Mate they have a parallel weekly show from Mustang in Nepal, check it out quite fantastic!

[@TCbiker2916]

Im not sure building the tail lights into the indicators is a good idea. Whats the first thing that gets broken off when falling off road or on road for that matter. Having said that it looks like a great bike. It just nneds an aftermarket stop ab tail light.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Let's wait and see. On my bikes the luggage racks protect the blinkers. I would expect the same on this bike. Time will tell.

[@domenik8339]

It's not. Nobody can see motorcycle blinkers to begin with, now they serve two functions with two different colors at the same time? Not sure that's even legal in the US tbh. Google says it's a gray area leaning towards not legal (meaning you will definitely be being pulled over for it.)

[@rorya4]

What Alpinestars Jacket model you wearing? Looks good. Thanks

[@den2ofoz]

After buying hunter 350. Gonna have that as 2nd bike. 😁

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Good idea

[@kkhhh93]

Welcome to India 🙏

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Thank you

[@synthnseq]

Great that you're thinking of the hard of hearing when you're doing your voiceover, they will appreciate it!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Booming voice that Clubby when he gets excited. And he was excited.

[@ajaxsid9034]

You also get the tubeless spoke wheels in the rally edition

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yep

[@theb2n454]

Appreciate it mate the for the fun you give us making these videos. Godspeed

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Glad you like them!

[@vf5126]

..can’t help but view riders (like you) wanting to get it over with.. Man, I’m hanging onto my BS4 Himmy cuz I love feeling closer to my surroundings, not to escape or conquer them..

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Don't understand.

[@DirterXaap]

Big fan MAD The same guy from Nepal 🇳🇵 😁

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Ha ha!

[@Abh19021]

India is like many countries in 1 country. Great review sir

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Sure is, brilliant for adventure. Lovely people, wonderful culture, great food.

[@nickfindsgold9788]

Is this the new DR650 ? That would be the obvious comparison and its about time I upgrade

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

May be.

[@mark.e.p]

Hi mate, what a great review, down to earth and you covered everything. I'm looking to replace my old BMW 650 and this looks credible. I don't want a heavy big twin. I love the Triumph X400 but the non wire wheels concern me going off road. Will demo both. Cheers man!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Glad I could help

[@rahulreddy4560]

you've earned a sub!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

good

[@DeepintheWood_Folk-and-More]

In 1982 we were able to build a bike that weight 137 kg... with more power, more torque, less electronics...and especially more fun... I'll never trade my Honda XL400S for one of this... Maybe it's just me guys, but I think we've just lost it...

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Long live the 400!

[@tommipaunonen4051]

You can of course upgrade 20 years and loose about 20kg... take XR400R? 😊

[@domenik8339]

I point this out to people all the time. I have no idea what happened to bikes becoming these gigantic bloated machines that care barely bring themselves to speed.

[@Observer9812]

It's not about "conquering" or "slaying" Himalayas. The 450 RE is a tool to live closely with the himalayas

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

That's Clubby's enthusiasm shining through.

[@MrMRSAF]

Excellent review!! staright to the point with all the pros and cons.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Clubby does it well.

[@TheLostBoy01]

cant wait to see it on European Market. from those who rode it, is it me or the black and yellow one gets visible more dirtier compared to the white khaki kamuflage one?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I didn't notice.

[@martyn_g]

With the google maps feature on the Tripper, can it work with Google offline maps, or does it need the phone to be permanently hooked up to cellular?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I think you're right. Clubby isn't that tech savvy.

[@pramodh36]

One of best review seen till now.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Thanks

[@noelbrown6771]

Will the New Himalayan 452 still share some DNA with the original ? Perhaps it's evolved from a mule into a gazelle. Be watching tomorrow 👍

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Nothing. Absolutely nothing.

[@Mike-jv4rz]

Heard something about a fuel delivery issue- possibly ECM- any thoughts ?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Nothing to report

[@kenhoward3512]

I believe spoked wheels that accept tubeless tires will be offered, likely as part of an accessory package.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

That would be cool

[@Bruno-my9uf]

Thank you kiwy . i jas just kiddingb. ! No it looks good from here canada !! ❤😂

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

😁

[@toltod]

So my question...does it remember ABS disabled in either of the modes when you swtich the key off? And if not, what is the sequence of getting it back off?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

No memory 🙈

[@TobotronPrime]

Which would be a better buy do you think between the new Himi and the BMW 310 GS? Looking for a new adventure bike to rack up some off-road miles on, Morocco etc?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I'd be choosing based eay of changing airfilter.

[@kevinswanson3910]

How is it against the klr 650

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

It would be close.

[@augustbrante8117]

is there enough torque to left front wheel up?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

A lot of pulling there.

[@tpv59]

FANTASTIC down to earth NO KRAPP review!!! THANK YOU. 10/10. WELL done guys.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

THANKS

[@31nerf]

What are your opinions about buying the first water cooler bike of a company? I've always heard that first models is a hi risk...

[@shane74558]

You will have time till next year to buy it by then you will have a lot of videos from Indian riders about the quality 👍👍 in India it will be available from 24 November

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Good point shane. Personally I don't expect any problems.

[@rohanyadav9378]

Its been out for testing since almost 6 months , and many youtubers and experts are still testing it and giving their feedback to re, also the first batch would be sold in india , by the time it reaches aus it will have gone through a lot of minor updates.

[@frankneikes]

Well done guys ! I like the new guy ! Put him on a diet and he is brill

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Will do.

[@Niki_Parvanov]

Are you calling Clubby "the new guy" 😅

[@gedrognomad7429]

Just a fact check to me the rear subframe looks bolted on not welded like stated

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Not sure, Clubby will answer later.

[@akshaynyaharkar]

Rear subframe is bolted on. footrest mounts are welded to the frame so you can change rear subframe separately if you bent it someway.

[@1vmxracer]

Suspension looks REALLY soft, especially for someone carrying 60 extra pounds of gear.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

suspension is always soft on just about all new bikes. That's why we up spring weights

[@domenik8339]

I noticed that as well. Nothing but a single rider on this bike and he's using half the travel already.

[@bazz4697]

Yeah I really like this bike seen it on itchy boots channel and now here very very tempted to buy this in my mind this would be a great way back into riding again 👍😉

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I think it is a great reentry back into motorcycling

[@mekwerk]

Do you know if that curb weight of 196 kg include center stand and crash bars? Himalayan also has real steel rear rack standard. So comparing the weight to competitors, 15 -20 kg difference may be explained by better std equipment of Himalayan.

[@joshdoddadbod]

It does so it could be brought to 400lbs or even lighter by removing unnecessary bits on it.

[@chrishart8548]

​@joshdoddadbod1680 depends what you call unnecessary. But a lot of weight can be removed it's just depends on how many parts you want to remove

[@defylifeadventure]

Yeah it does, but then most competitors also include the standard equipment in theirs too. Take Reiju 500 Aventura for example. The extra equipment that included adds up to 13kg.

[@mockbattles]

Its dry weight is about the same as the Hunter 350 which when released was the lightest bike RE ever made.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

There you go

[@cliff1551]

Look a decent machine Dave

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yep I agree.

[@Cabooseified]

It will be interesting to see how the CFmoto 450MT stacks up to this.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yep

[@friktionrc]

Seeing as the Scram 411 is largely based of the Himalayan, is there a chance we will see a 450 Scram at all or maybe an Inter650 Scrambler? I’d snap either up in a heartbeat if they made them lol

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I think there will be a 450 SCRAM

[@blankpaper2471]

That definitely worth buying. I been wanting to buy a great adventure bike for quite a while now.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yep looks the goods and rides well.

[@travisbrown9267]

Great review clubby. I’m the current owner of a 300 rally. Question is how does it compare?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

We'll work this out when we ride it in Australia.

[@ronlumsden3164]

We love the story, but can't wait to see what itchy boots has to say!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Who?

[@retiredwaterdoctor]

if they show up in Canada....I will say goodby to the KLR

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Wow, no, not the KLR

[@awesomeagnihotrisvlog]

You gave me a heart attack ..you were too close to the edge…great fun review mate❤

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Thanks

[@eshovardhan2447]

How does it compare against the CRF 300 Rally? Knowing that you love the later, would like to know your opinion about it? Also how is the weight distributed? Does it feel top heavy and could it handle the bashing your Rally takes on the technical trails?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

I haven't ridden it yet.

[@martyn_g]

Has a company finally come up with a stock seat that’s actually comfortable for more than two hours?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Yep

[@martyn_g]

That is good news😂😂😂😂 finally.

[@samhill3496]

Good review and vid Andrew. I don't even know where a Royal Enfield dealer is in USA. I would be willing to give one a go if the vibration isn,'t too bad. Carpal tunnel evwn after surgery. That's the sizecand spec most adv riders need and want.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Agree

[@paulcoverdale8312]

Would you ride it 2k across Aussie?? Been waiting for this since you announced this trip.🍾🍾🍾👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Maybe one day!

[@paulcoverdale8312]

@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV Allo fellas, are you goin to be testin the Kove 800x poss near future??? I bet you have memories that will last a lifetime moochin around the Hymarlias. All the best an thanks for all you guys do.

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Thanks. As for Kove more likely than not. @@paulcoverdale8312

[@niceguyrides]

The new trend of air filter under the gas tank is a deal breaker to me every time. You drop your bike in water or go through the sand and you are having to wrench in your bike to clean/dry the filter

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Slow down, the whole airfilter change is a ten minute job, have a look at the Australian launch on this channel.

[@TheWuseln]

Any clue so far whether the Himalayan will fit a 6"6' rider (comfortable)?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Nope

[@LunediOreSei]

Hi, I have a question, do you think that 2 people with panniers and a rear box can travel at an interesting average speed? The bike is beautiful but I'm afraid that the almost 200kg + the weight of the passenger + the load could create difficulties... what do you think? Thanks for the reply!

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Not sure.

[@lasseholtzer8590]

nice video....🙏wonder how it stacks up agains the klr.......😀

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

It will!

[@lasseholtzer8590]

would be a nice thing to see these two go head to head.....😁@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV

[@debojitdas4536]

What about right side pulling issue? And battery draining issue?

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Unaware of that.

[@domenik8339]

What's the right side pulling issue?

[@debojitdas4536]

@@domenik8339 I have two RE bikes. Both pulls the right side if u don't hold both the handle bars resulting shoulder pain

[@domenik8339]

@@debojitdas4536 What is the cause of the issue? Misaligned frame?

[@debojitdas4536]

@@domenik8339 no idea... service centre refused to acknowledge the issue .they didn't fix it .

[@vickybanate]

Is this as engaging as the KTM 390 Adv??

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

Preferences.

[@domenik8339]

The KTM engages your senses more I'd say. Being broken down in the middle of nowhere is a very engaging experience.

[@justicenotobedience4176]

So looking forward to it. coming to oz just in time for Xmas...

[@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV]

They arrive early next year.

[@tpv59]

February.